Cold Wave and Rain Alert Issued for Several Districts: Nights to Get Severe, Check Your State’s Forecast

Raipur: Weather conditions in Chhattisgarh have taken a sharp turn, with the Meteorological Department forecasting significant changes in the next two days. A new weather system developing over West Bengal is expected to bring light rainfall to parts of the state, increasing the impact of winter. Along with this, a cold wave alert has been issued for several districts, prompting the Health Department to release an advisory.

Districts Likely to Receive Rain

According to the Met Department, light to moderate rainfall is expected in Bastar, Dhamtari, Mahasamund, and parts of the Raipur-Bilaspur divisions. Due to the rainfall, both day and night temperatures are likely to drop further, intensifying the cold conditions across the region.

Weather in the State Capital

Raipur is also witnessing a dip in temperatures, indicating the early arrival of winter. While extreme cold is not forecasted for now, temperatures in Raipur and nearby areas may fall by 2–3°C. Cold winds are expected to dominate, bringing noticeable changes in the city’s weather over the next 48 hours.

Health Department Issues Advisory

With the frequent fluctuations in temperature, the Health Department has warned of increased risks of hypothermia, cold, cough, and viral infections. Citizens are advised to remain cautious during cold wave conditions and step outdoors only when necessary.

Cold Wave in Northern Districts

A cold wave alert has been issued for several districts in the Surguja division. Dense fog has already begun affecting daytime visibility in Ambikapur. The Met Department reports that a deep pressure area over the Bay of Bengal is influencing weather patterns across the southern and central parts of the state.